Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Orchidaceae

Genus:

Spiranthes

Species:

Spiranthes ×itchetuckneensis

USDA Symbol:

SPIT

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Epiphyte

Height:

50 cm

Light Requirements:

Part Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Months:

sep,oct,nov

Bloom Colors:

white

Wildlife Benefits

Bees:

★☆☆☆☆ Documented bee visitation (GBIF)

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

bees

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Fragrant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

moist, well-drained sandy soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

prefers habitats near freshwater springs

Propagation & Germination